Hakama Sidi is not a new name in public communication . She is good at her job and that has attracted her several honors and recognition . Under her watch she has ensured CBN’s policies are well communicated and timely, too. testament to her outstanding work in public communication, Hakama Sidi-Ali, spokesperson for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has been recognized as the Outstanding Spokesperson (Banking Sector) for the second consecutive year at the 2025 National Spokespersons Awards. The prestigious ceremony, held at the Abuja Intercontinental Hotel, celebrated innovation and professionalism in public communication across Nigeria’s public and private sectors.
The reward of good work is more work . Sidi-Ali’s award is a reflection of her proactive communication strategies and dedication to bridging the gap between the CBN and the Nigerian public. Her effective handling of misinformation regarding potential new banknotes and adept communication during Nigeria-US tariff negotiations have been particularly noteworthy. I see her stars rising .
The awards ceremony honoured a range of individuals and institutions for their excellence in strategic communication and public affairs. Other notable recipients included:
- Olufemi Soneye (NNPCL): Distinguished Spokesperson (Oil and Gas)
- Dr. Fabian Benjamin (JAMB): Outstanding Spokesperson (Education Sector)
- Mrs. Hadiza Umar (NITDA): Outstanding Spokesperson (Digital Economy)
- Malam Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi (NITDA): Most Supportive CEO to Spokespersons (Public Sector)
Institutional Excellence
Institutions recognized for their contributions to media excellence included:
- Nigerian Customs Service (NCS): Best Corporate Spokesperson Team
- Air Peace: Most Influential Corporate Voice
- Unilorin: Best Corporate Share of Voice on Social Media.
The awards emphasized the growing importance of public relations and strategic communication in governance and corporate reputation. Segun McMedal, Chairman of the Planning Committee, urged communicators to uphold the values of transparency and accountability,
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